L² Design
AUGUST 21, 2020
Maybe it’s because I spent all last week sweating it out in our near-100% humidity building the new south fence at #L2HQ, but I’ve been dreaming of an outdoor shower lately. Refreshing after working in the backyard, rinsing off after going for a long ride, or for no reason at all – an outdoor shower […]. The post Inspiration #66: Outdoor Shower pt 1 appeared first on L² Design, LLC.
BD+C
AUGUST 21, 2020
The spread of the coronavirus has had a devastating impact on the U.S. and worldwide economies. But that spread also created health and wellness scenarios for the built environment that lend themselves to reconstruction and renovation, say AEC firms. “I anticipate an increase in renovation/reconstruction as buildings are adapted to COVID-required standards,” says Guy Geier, FAIA, FIIDA, LEED AP, Managing Partner with FX Collaborative.
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Life of an Architect
AUGUST 16, 2020
If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own design firm, maybe you’ve just graduated from school, perhaps you’ve worked for another firm and seen first-hand what not to do and decided it’s time to go out on your own, today is the show for you because today’s topic is “Starting a Design Firm”. Continue reading 056: Starting A Design Firm at Life of an Architect.
Jane Griswold Radocchia
AUGUST 21, 2020
The Rule of Thirds is what artists call the grid that appears on your cell phone. It helps you compose and edit. A variation of this is used in Practical Geometry. Sebastiano Serlio used this diagram in his book, On Architecture, published in 1545. He writes simple instructions for the reader; he says to construct the 'lines'. Note that the triangle (with its base at the bottom of the drawing) intersects the diagonals at the the upper corners of the door.
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A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?
Ronen Bekerman
AUGUST 17, 2020
Globe Plants released a second, Tropical Garden oriented bundle. It includes 15 common shrub and tree species used in Tropical garden and landscaping purpose with 91 unique models that come in many forms for you to use in your scenes. These models are available as MESH, BLENDER, C4D, and SKETCHUP formats you only need to drag and drop and ready to render, with GrowFX format, you gain maximum flexibility to edit the plants as much as you like.
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Community Architect
AUGUST 19, 2020
On a grey and thickly humid East Coast Corona day in my home office, my assignment was sorting through some 63 years of community association files. I had finally resigned after 24 at the helm and needed to compile the many records into something my successor wouldn't find entirely repugnant. Looking back such a long time didn't make the confinement of the home office more satisfying but gave it perspective.
BD+C
AUGUST 20, 2020
The demand for commercial and multifamily construction remains high, and the framing industry is expanding to meet this demand. But with inexperienced workers on site, rookie mistakes happen, and sometimes they’re expensive.
BD+C
AUGUST 17, 2020
The American Society of Civil Engineers ( ASCE ) is seeking public comments pertaining to a design standard for nuclear facilities. ASCE’s second public comment period on the update to ASCE/SEI 43-XX Seismic Design Criteria for Structures, Systems, and Components in Nuclear Facilities will be held from August 7, 2020 to September 21, 2020. Changes to the standard were made by a committee after the first public comment period.
BD+C
AUGUST 20, 2020
In the state of Minnesota, winter is unavoidable. Every year we can look forward to each of our 10,000 lakes freezing with a topcoat of ice solid enough to support a semi-trailer. It’s no wonder this state is home to the granddaddy of ice fishing accommodations: Clam Outdoors, the undisputed world leader in ice-fishing house sales.
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Aerial imagery has emerged as a necessary tool for architecture, engineering, and construction firms seeking to improve pre-construction site analysis, make more informed planning decisions, and ensure all stakeholders have access to an accurate visualization of the site to keep the project moving forward. Download our guide and take a deeper look at how aerial imagery can be leveraged to drive project efficiency by reducing unnecessary site visits and providing the accurate details required to
BD+C
AUGUST 20, 2020
The Trinity Park Conservancy has selected Weiss/Manfredi to reimagine the former Jesse R. Dawson State Jail at 106 W Commerce Street. Malone Maxwell Dennehy Architects will serve as the local architect. The project team will integrate the building and its surrounding neighborhoods into Harold Simmons Park, a planned 200+ acre park designed by Michael Van Valkenburgh Associates.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2020
When it comes to toilets, nobody does them quite like Japan. Often times equipped with lights, multiple settings, and remote controls with more buttons than most modern day television remotes, Japan looks at toilets as a symbol of its world-renowned hospitality culture.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2020
Remember what visiting the mall felt like? You contend for a parking spot, find the location of stores on the mall map, stroll from store to store, grab a sandwich at the food court, and then return home satisfied with bulging shopping bags.
BD+C
AUGUST 16, 2020
Kenneth D. Simonson, Chief Economist of the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), will be the keynote speaker at Building Design+Construction's ProCONNECT Office/Workplace event, Thursday, September 24 to Friday, September 25, from 11am to 4pm Eastern each day.
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In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients. Real-time visualization empowers you with a solid decision-making tool that smooths the design process. Discover the power of real-time visualization: Effective Communication Convey your vision clearly and align with clients.
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
The negative impact of the coronavirus is expected to result in nonresidential construction declining by 10% to 15% this year. That decline is also expected to lower construction costs by 2% to 5%.
BD+C
AUGUST 17, 2020
The design industry has long been pervaded by the idea that sustainable materials are “not enough”—not flexible or durable enough, not creative enough, not inexpensive enough to justify their use. These outdated notions have prevented industry professionals from taking advantage of new advances and products. Innovations like ECONYL® regenerated nylon have proven that materials made from waste can perform on par with virgin materials, all without sacrificing form or function. .
BD+C
AUGUST 21, 2020
Trade partners are still the odd men out during the early stages of many projects, which can make conflicts, change orders, and delays during construction more likely.
BD+C
AUGUST 17, 2020
The Greek theatre, a 5,900-seat outdoor music venue in Griffin Park, Los Angeles, has recently completed a restoration project.
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Don’t let water wash away all your hard work. When specifying concrete waterproofing, you need a solution that’s reliable and permanent. Without it, your concrete waterproofing is at risk of failing and letting water erode and corrode the concrete that it was supposed to protect. Reduce the risk of waterproofing failure by reading through our latest free specification e-book, which will take you through the four key components to better concrete waterproofing specification.
BD+C
AUGUST 17, 2020
With campus cultures rooted in socialization, communal activities, and interdisciplinary collaborations, colleges and universities around the globe face big unknowns in the face of COVID-19 disruptions and recovery. What is known is that higher education in the era of COVID-19 will look significantly different until this pandemic subsides.
BD+C
AUGUST 20, 2020
1. Japan’s Tokyo Toilet project looks to improve the perception of public restrooms (BD+C) .
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
The negative impact of the coronavirus is expected to result in nonresidential construction declining by 10% to 15% this year. That decline is also expected to lower construction costs by 2% to 5%.
BD+C
AUGUST 19, 2020
Municipalities attempting to enact new laws to cut carbon emissions are being restrained in some cases by existing laws that favor fossil fuels.
Speaker: Pedro Clarke – Principal Architect at A+ Architecture, In Loco Program Director
Sustainability begins with a conversation, and acquiring customer buy-in is entirely dependent on how the conversation is framed. Clients may not see sustainability as a priority out of fear of operational costs and quality. While these are legitimate concerns, it is our responsibility as architects to listen and foster a collaborative culture that answers client issues while also reducing our carbon footprint.
BD+C
AUGUST 20, 2020
A significant number of employees who work in office towers may be reluctant to return to work for fear of contracting the coronavirus in elevators. That could result in hundreds of billions of dollars’ worth of office real estate continuing to go largely unoccupied. Cities and employers have taken steps to reduce risk, but they may not be enough.
BD+C
AUGUST 17, 2020
1. 5 strategies for creating safer, healthier hotel experiences (Stantec). "As hotels begin to reopen, the focus on health and safety takes priority while working to preserve the guest experience.".
BD+C
AUGUST 18, 2020
Florida recently became the third state to adopt the American Concrete Institute’s latest code for repair of concrete structural elements in buildings.
BD+C
AUGUST 21, 2020
1. Former jail to be reimagined and integrated into Dallas’s Harold Simmons Park (BD+C) . "The Trinity Park Conservancy has selected Weiss/Manfredi to reimagine the former Jesse R. Dawson State Jail at 106 W Commerce Street. Malone Maxwell Dennehy Architects will serve as the local architect.".
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